Name: Shayamanzi Houseboats
Address: 1 Main Road, Jozini, 3969 Jozini, South Africa, 1 Main Road, Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal, 3969, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $283 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

Shayamanzi Houseboats

1 Main Road, Jozini, 3969 Jozini, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

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Shayamanzi Houseboats offer guests accommodations onboard a boat on the waters of Pongolapoort Dam, commonly referred to as Lake Jozini. With daily departures, the two houseboats are each equipped with a dining area, bar and hot tub. Certain cabins on Shayamanzi Houseboats have large glass sliding doors which provide viewing opportunities of the Lebombo Mountains and the wildlife of the Pongola Game Reserve, while the interior cabins feature porthole windows. Guests can enjoy drinks at sunset on the viewing deck or participate in activities such as tiger fishing, mountain biking and bird watching. King Shaka International Airport is 193 mi away while Swaziland and Mozambique can be reached within a 2-hour drive. Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve is 51 mi away from Shayamanzi Houseboats.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Deluxe Cabin - Boat 2 - Cruise Package

1 queen bed

Interior Family Cabin - Boat 2 - Cruise Package

1 sofa bed

and

1 queen bed

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.6

Facilities

8.4

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Value for money

8.4

Location

9.1

High score for Jozini

See what guests loved the most:

Claire
South Africa
“What a special stay! The views were just amazing and the staff warm and friendly. My son caught lots of Tiger Fish and he can’t wait to come back.”
Marissa
South Africa
“Everything was exceptional , 5 star service all round Food was delicious. Will definitely be doing this again 😀”
Snedlamini
South Africa
“The crew was excellent! They went over and beyond to help make our cruise memorable! Thanks for the cake on my birthday, that was a lovely touch. My dietary restrictions were accommodated. Excellent communication from the reservations team on the...”
Denishree
South Africa
“Its a fantastic houseboat! it is officially the most destressing, relaxing thing we have ever done. Alan the Captain, Senzo and Bheki were excellent hosts! wiseman kept us fed and so well! :) They were endlessly patient with baiting rods and the...”
Bernadine
South Africa
“Staff are very friendly helpful and accommodating. Nothing was too much effort. Always available but not intrusive. Food was of a good standard. Well catered. I liked that we got to relax as a family have new experiences in a great environment...”
John
South Africa
“The crew were excellent so was the food, even if there was toooo much of it. Everyone was friendly it was just a good break.”
Philippe
France
“Allan et tout equipage , péche avec succès, fillet de boeuf le premier soir.”

Managed by Shayamanzi Houseboat (Pty) Ltd

Company review score: 9.6Based on 14 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

The Shayamanzi Houseboat was all built from ground up, lakeside at Jozini Dam

Property info

Experience the first Houseboats in South Africa – the only ones of their kind. Onboard Shayamanzi Houseboat, soak up the stunning scenery of the Lebombo Mountains and superb wildlife of the Pongola Game Reserve on the shores of Lake Jozini (also known as Pongolapoort Dam). Enjoy the calm serenity of the open Lake Jozini waters, the thrill of Tiger Fishing or the fascinating pleasure of Game and Bird Viewing in the heart of the Zululand bushveld! Shayamanzi is about taking time out to appreciate Africa’s special wonders. Shayamanzi ll accommodates up to 20 Guests in six Deluxe, En-Suite Cabins and four Pontoon, En-Suite Cabins. The Deluxe Cabins offer large sliding glass doors as your window across the water. Each Deluxe Cabin can be made up with either two Single Beds or one King Bed. The Lower Deck Pontoon Cabins have three port hole viewing windows that look out across the Lake just above water level. These Cabins have a small seating area, which is ideal for additional bedding for a third Guest. The Pontoon Cabins are perfect for families with young children. Cabins are air-conditioned in the evenings. Comfortable Viewing Lounge, Fine Dining, Jacuzzi Bubbles, Fun, Sun!

Neighborhood info

The Game Reserves surrounding Lake Jozini host many animal species which can be seen in herds from Shayamanzi’s decks: White and Black Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Crocodile, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Zebra, Kudu, Nyala, Bushbuck, Mountain Reedbuck, Common Reedbuck, Red Duiker, Grey Duiker, Waterbuck, Steenbuck, Suni Antelope, Black Backed Jackal, Hyena, Cheetah, Wild Dog, Cerval Cat, Warthog, Bushpig, Banded Mongoose, Legavaan, Terrapin and the occasional sighting of Leopard which roam the slopes of the Lebombo Mountain Range. The muddy plains and reed banks provide excellent breeding grounds for the waterbirds which can be seen in thousands – Whistling Duck, Yellowbilled Storks, Spurwing and Egyptian Geese, Commorants, various Herons, Kingfishers, and several Fish Eagles. Along the entire Western bank is the magnificent Lebombo Mountain Range. One of the evening anchorages may be a night in the Gorge. Here the Mountains rise either side of you, covered in indigenous cycads and ferns and where the glo-flies make a spectacular show along the shoreline. Other overnight anchorages are in the River and at Mosquito Bay; both great fishing areas and very well positioned for game

Languages Spoken

English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Shayamanzi Houseboats
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

House rules

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Check-in

From 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Shayamanzi Houseboats accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Shayamanzi Houseboats of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Shayamanzi Houseboats offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Karaoke
- Evening entertainment
- Themed dinners
- Movie nights
- Cooking class
- Game drives
- Bike tours
Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shayamanzi Houseboats on this page.
The prices at Shayamanzi Houseboats may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Check-in at Shayamanzi Houseboats is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
Yes, Shayamanzi Houseboats is popular with guests booking family stays.
Shayamanzi Houseboats is 4.3 miles from the center of Jozini. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.